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Mark your Mother’s Day by treating her to one of these special events in Edmonton on May 10!
1. Rejuvenate in the floral displays
At Rejuvenate: Mother’s Day at the Muttart, you’ll spend a tranquil afternoon exploring the beautiful floral and fauna displays in the pyramids at the Muttart Conservatory, including a mini-massage, planting, music, and more. $12.25 Adult; $10.50 Senior (65+)/Student (13-17); $6.50 Child (2-12); Children under 2 free; $36 Family.
Muttart Conservatory | 9626-96A St. | 780-442-5311
2. Take her out to a movie
Global Visions Film Festival runs until May 18, and it’s a great opportunity to see a new documentary flick. View films from around the world commenting on global human rights, social and environmental issues, and the strength of the human spirit at Canada’s longest-running documentary film festival. See the complete schedule on the website.
3. Shop for some fresh flowers and food
Head to the farmers’ market that celebrates mothers in its name! A three-day market open on weekends, Mother’s Market is the only year-round indoor farmers’ market located downtown. The market features over 130 stalls filled with a variety of in-season, fresh produce from farmers and hand-crafted, artisan goods.
Mother’s Market | 10251-109 St. | 587-521-6255
4. Purchase a hand-crafted gift
Browse the beautiful boutique-like displays from independent vendors selling unique handmade clothing, jewellery, accessories, artwork, toys, and magazines. The Royal Bison Craft & Art Fair has expanded and now welcomes all that is weird and eclectic from across western Canada!
Royal Bison Craft & Art Fair | Old Strathcona Performing Arts Centre | 8426 Gateway Blvd. | 780-436-6606
5. Enjoy tea and cake together
Celebrate Mother’s Day in the beautiful Devonian Botanic Garden, surrounded by outdoor gardens bursting with roses, lilacs, peonies, fauna, and more. Stroll the gardens, dine on strawberry shortcake and tea, enjoy live harp music, and a receive a special gift for mom’s garden.
Devonian Botanic Garden | Located on Hwy 60, 5 km north of Devon | 780-987-3054
